Properly assessing and reporting depression is critical to both resident well-being and facility reimbursement. Up to 60% of residents in a skilled nursing setting exhibit some type of depressive symptoms, but depression frequently remains undetected and untreated. Not only that, improper assessment of depression can have direct financial impact, with reimbursement … Read More
[Webinar] Assessing depression
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Properly assessing and reporting depression is critical to both resident well-being and facility reimbursement Up to 60% of residents in a skilled nursing setting exhibit some type of depressive symptoms, but depression frequently remains undetected and untreated. Not only that, improper assessment of depression can have direct financial impact, with reimbursement … Read More
[On-demand webinar] The RoPs are here! Are you ready for Phase 2?
The webinar details the latest information on new Requirements of Participation (RoPs), which became effective Nov. 28, 2016. Since Phase 1 was introduced, a number of changes have occurred and Phase 2 is almost upon us! This training covers details of Phase 2, helping you understand where RoPs have been … Read More
PBJ data will affect Five-Star ratings beginning in 2018
A new CMS warning alerts providers that PBJ data will be used in Five-Star rating calculations beginning next year. It also reminds providers that late submissions will result in star ratings being “suppressed” (i.e., removed) from ratings tables and the Nursing Home Compare website. The CMS alert, which now appears … Read More
Texas providers: Attend the free 2017 PASRR services conference
Attention Texas long-term care providers and nursing facilities! Texas Health and Human Services has announced a free, two-day PASRR training event, Aug. 9-10 in Austin, sponsored by Texas HHS. A total of 7.25 CEUs will be offered. Seats are limited and registration is first come/first served. When August 9-10, 2017 Where … Read More